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Only 25% of such businesses have embraced Generative AI, despite transformative impacts reported by early adopters. This session aids executives in spotting opportunities, understanding evolution speed, and grasping adoption's competitive edge. Tailored for decision makers in small to medium-sized businesses, manufacturers, and tech firms, this two-part series simplifies Generative AI understanding with tips and resources to help you get started with confidence.

Only 25% of such businesses have embraced Generative AI, despite transformative impacts reported by early adopters. This session aids executives in spotting opportunities, understanding evolution speed, and grasping adoption's competitive edge. Tailored for decision makers in small to medium-sized businesses, manufacturers, and tech firms, this two-part series simplifies Generative AI understanding with tips and resources to help you get started with confidence.

A new series based on Ben Franklin Central and Northern PA regional footprint featuring Get the 360° Panel of invited partners from federal and state economic development lenders who have designated offerings for specific purposes.

Are you tired of the misconception that marketing is ineffective? Join us in this webinar where we'll debunk this myth and guide you through a comprehensive marketing case study. Discover the systematic approach we used to address the client's most pressing marketing challenges, paving the way for a strategic marketing roadmap to confidently launch their new business.

Find out who will win this year’s $50,000 PA Wilds Big Idea Contest! 

Join Ben Franklin Technology Partners and PA Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship for the finale of the 2023 PA Wilds $50K BIG IDEA Contest. A small group of finalists will present their business pitched to a panel of independent judges for a chance to win up to $50,000 in funding - plus an additional $2,500 People's Choice Award! 

In this presentation, entrepreneurs will learn hot to talk with and engage investors and how to go from first conversations to first check. Additionally, attendees will get the chance to create their own and learn from others on how to build a successful elevator pitch. And, while starting up a company is both fun and a challenge, avoiding the “Valley of Death” is absolutely critical to go from idea to exit. As part of that process, attendees will understand the types of investments that are available, which are best for their specific opportunity and ultimately, why so many successful entrepreneurs are invested in and mentored by the Ben Franklin Technology PArtners. Finally, attendees will learn and better understand the most important criteria to assure startup and small business success and how they can bend the odds in their favor.

We are privileged to have Sylvester Mobley, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at the early-stage venture capital firm Plain Sight Capital, as guest of Ben Franklin’s next Capital Call.

"74% of buyers choose the sales rep that was first to add value and insight."

- Corporate Visions

In this 90-minute workshop, Brynne Tillman will give you the social selling guidance and share proven strategies and techniques including access to a library of templates and tools to use on LinkedIn to start conversations. “Social Selling” is about building rapport, providing real value, and developing credibility by being a trusted resource.

We are privileged to have Ellen Weber, Executive Director of Robin Hood Ventures, as guest of Ben Franklin’s next Capital Call. Based in Philadelphia, Robin Hood Ventures is a group of experienced entrepreneurs and accredited investors investing in high-growth startups since 1999.

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What easy to use tools help you stay connected with customers, build relationships and loyalty, and convert prospects to customers?

How do you know what marketing is working and what to optimize?

In this recording, discover the digital marketing fundamentals and tactics you need to understand to grow a successful business in today. Everyone registered also receives access to the FREE eBook jam packed with with expert advice, examples, and pro tips. to help them grow and compete.